Garrett THD User manual

USER
MANUAL
USER
MANUAL
TACTICAL HAND-HELD
METAL DETECTOR
THD

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SAFETY NOTICE
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Safety precautions have been designed into
the detector. Extensive research has found no
information that would indicate scanning has
adverse effects on pregnancies or the operation
of electronic medical implants such as heart
pacemakers.
TO THE OWNER
Congratulations on your selection of the Garrett
Tactical Hand-Held Metal Detector. The Garrett
THD is an active hand-held metal detector
designed to detect metallic (ferrous, non-ferrous
and stainless steel) weapons, contraband or other
metal objects concealed or carried on a person.
The Garrett Tactical Hand-Held Metal Detector
has both visual and silent (vibrating) alarms and
offers outstanding performance as well as operat-
ing features not found in other Hand-Held
Detectors. With full 360ºPlus Tip detection
coverage, the detector is very effective in easily
detecting even the smallest of metallic objects.
Unique LED light alerts indicate target detection,
operational status and battery life information.
A bright LED flashlight at the tip of the
Garrett THD assists in dark and low-light
applications.

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COMPONENTS
Green Ready Light
turns to Amber when
battery needs replacing
Power Button (On/Off)
LED Flashlight Button (Momentary Action)
3 1/2" Long, 360ºPlus Tip
Detection Area
Non-Skid Handle Grip
Screw-On Battery Cover
Heavy-Duty Ballistic Weave Holster
Velcro Strip
(For Wall or Vehicle Mounting)
Red Light Alarm
LED Flashlight

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Screw-On Battery Cover—Makes changing the
single 9V battery quick and easy. No tools
required. Battery terminal access holes are keyed
to avoid improper installation of 9V battery.
Turn the detector on by pressing the "ON/OFF"
button; note that the green LED alert light is on.
During operation, the Garrett Tactical Hand-Held
Metal Detector will only detect metal when the
detector is in motion. Scan within approximately
one inch of the person being inspected. Vibration
will be felt and the Red LED alert light will
illuminate when metal is detected anywhere
within the detector's detection area. Operation is
completely automatic; no retuning or adjusting is
ever necessary. Ferrous, non-ferrous and stainless
steel metals will be detected. To scan feet and
ankles, "sweep" the Garrett THD perpendicularly
and approximately one to two inches above the
floor or ground.
Power Button—Easy push button power switch
turns the power of the detector on and off.
Light Alerts—The Red LED alert light illumi-
nates whenever a metallic target has been detect-
ed. The Green LED light alert remains illuminat-
ed while the detector is on. The Green alert light
will change to Amber when the battery needs to
be replaced. (Approximately 1-2 hours of use
remain once the amber light appears. No perfor-
mance degradation takes place until the battery is
fully depleted; when this occurs, operation
becomes erratic.)
LED Flashlight Button—When the power is on,
the LED flashlight button may be pressed and
held to activate the bright LED flashlight at the
tip of the unit. The LED flashlight turns off when
the flashlight button is released.
Vibrator—The quick acting, silent alert vibrator
activates whenever a metallic target has been
detected.
COMPONENTS/FUNCTION
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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Model: #1165900
Operating Frequency: 93kHz
Dimensions:
Length: 8 1/2" (21.6 cm)
Width: 1 5/8" (3.8 cm)
Weight: 6.4 oz. (199g)
Battery: Standard 9V (included)
Battery Life: Up to 70 hours of normal use
Environmental:
Operating Temperatures:
-35ºF (-37ºC) to 158ºF (70ºC)
Humidity: to 95% noncondensing
Environmental Protection:
IEC 60529 Waterproof
Classification IP66
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Rechargeable Battery Kit: Two (2) 7.2V Nickel
Metal Hydride (Ni-MH) batteries with double
socket charger. Connects to conventional current.
#1612000: 110V
#1612100: 220V
Note: Do not affix any material to the detection
area of the detector that might cause the detector
to alarm. Doing so might cause an imbalance
within the detection field and thereby reduce
scanning effectiveness.
SPECIFICATIONS ACCESSORIES

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Ship to: Garrett Metal Detectors
Service Department
1881 West State Street
Garland, Texas 75042-6797 USA
[phone] (In USA)
[phone] (Outside USA)
Please allow approximately one week for techni-
cians to examine and repair your instrument.
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Battery Replacement—The Green LED light
alert will change to Amber when the battery is
low and needs to be replaced. Unscrew the battery
cover, tilt the detector and the battery will slip
out. Replace with fresh 9V battery; battery
contacts are so designed to only accept battery
poles in the proper position. If a 9V battery is
improperly installed, no circuitry damage will
occur; however, the Garrett THD will not oper-
ate. The battery cover will not close tightly
if the battery is inserted improperly, therefore,
never force the cover to close.
Remove the battery when the detector is to be
stored for more than 30 days.
Factory Service—Pack the detector carefully and
include full details concerning the problem, as
well as company name, contact person, address
and telephone number.
SERVICE INFORMATION

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360ºPLUS DETECTION FIELD
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Tip Pinpointing 360ºDetection Area
THD

Front Scanning Back Scanning
Outline Scanning
RECOMMENDED BODY
SCANNING PROCEDURE
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Use all of these scanning techniques for each
suspect. Note: Special attention should be given
to the waist, underarm and ankle areas.
Foot Area Scanning

Garrett Metal Detectors
Security Division
1881 W. State Street
Garland, Texas 75042-6797 USA
[phone] (Inside USA)
[phone] (Outside USA)
[phone] (Fax)
Email: [e-mail]
www.garrett.com
©2003 Garrett Electronics, Inc.
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